Fireworks explode over Elliott Bay. Crowds gathered early at Myrtle Edwards Park to get a front-row seat for the 25-minute-long performance that featured nearly 5,500 flaring shells rocketing 1,500 feet above the water. less

Fireworks explode over Elliott Bay. Crowds gathered early at Myrtle Edwards Park to get a front-row seat for the 25-minute-long performance that featured nearly 5,500 flaring shells rocketing 1,500 feet above ... more

Deborah Russell gives her grandson Emontay Rodgers, 1, a drink of juice at Gas Works Park while waiting for the fireworks display. "I bought lots of sunscreen and juice for all the kids," Russell said.

Deborah Russell gives her grandson Emontay Rodgers, 1, a drink of juice at Gas Works Park while waiting for the fireworks display. "I bought lots of sunscreen and juice for all the kids," Russell said.